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AEPC Seeks Budgetary Boost For RMG Exports

January 28, 2024

The Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has submitted crucial pre-budget proposals to the government, focusing on enhancing the competitiveness of Ready-Made Garment (RMG) exports in India. AEPC has emphasized the importance of budgetary support and has suggested key measures to fortify the

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AEPC Seeks Uniform GST Levies Across MMF Textile Value Chain

Textile Insights January 25, 2024

To boost local manufacturing and also clothing exports, the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), has sought uniformity in GST levies and more tax incentives in the union budget to be announced on February. “A uniform tax of five percent should be applied to the Goods and Services tax (GST) along the whole manmade fibre (MMF) […]

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Bangladesh Seeks Chinese Investment In Yarn & Fabric Sector

Textile Insights January 24, 2024

The Bangladesh garment industry has sought China’s investment in textile backward linkage industries in Bangladesh that would benefit both sides. A delegation of the China Knitting Industrial Association and the China Cotton Textile Association met representatives of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) recently. The discussions

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Cotton Textile Associations Submit Memorandum To Piyush Goyal

Textile Insights January 22, 2024

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) and other cotton based textile associations submitted a memorandum to the textiles ministry in a collective effort to address the challenges faced by the Indian cotton textiles and clothing industry. The joint memorandum submitted to Piyush Goyal, Minister of Textiles highlights concerns related to the Cotton Corporation

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BGMEA President Faruque Hassan Joins Forces With Bharat Tex 2024

January 21, 2024

In a major development that is set to reshape the landscape of the textile sector, BGMEA (Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association) President Faruque Hassan has announced a transformative partnership with Bharat Tex 2024, the largest global textile event in India. This collaboration signifies a strategic alliance aimed at driving innovation,

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TAG Meeting Charts Growth Plan For MMF And Technical Textiles

January 21, 2024

A pivotal meeting was held in New Delhi on January 18, 2024 by the Trade Advisory Group (TAG) for Man-Made Fibre (MMF) convened under the chairmanship of the Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal. The gathering, attended by industry stalwarts including Bhadresh Dodhia, Chairman of SRTEPC (The Synthetic and Rayon Textiles Export Promotion Council, […]

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Wool Research Association Secures Patent For Innovative Enzyme-Based Detergent

January 21, 2024

In a significant achievement, Dr Mrinal Choudhari, Joint Director at Wool Research Association, has recently been granted a patent for her pioneering research project. The patent, issued by the Patent Office of the Government of India, bears the number 498456 and recognizes the groundbreaking work titled ‘Novel Detergent Formulation For Wool With Immobilized

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AMC To Supply Treated Industrial Water To Ahmedabad Mills

Textile Insights January 20, 2024

After two years of negotiations and persuasion, textile mills, which also include standalone dyeing and printing mills in Ahmedabad will finally get treated industrial wastewater at Rs 30 per kilolitre. The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) and three major industry associations in the city have approved this price for drawing tertiary treated sewage water for […]

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Indian Textile Sector Optimistic As Markets Being To Recover

Textile Insights January 18, 2024

The Indian textile industry, which has been grappling with low demand for almost a year, is now feeling optimistic as the market begins to recover. One of the main reasons for this new found optimism is the decrease in inventory levels across the entire value chain. Additionally, China has recently purchased 6,000 tons of cotton […]

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India’s Textile Industry Set To Weave Global Success

January 17, 2024

With a potent blend of centuries-old craftsmanship, technological advancements and a renewed focus on sustainability, India’s textiles are poised to captivate international markets. India’s textile industry is positioned at the cusp of a transformative journey and is well-poised to shape the global textile landscape. With a rich heritage dating back centuries and a